General Medical Posts

Dr Elist States: “Disorders that are common in our society, such as obesity, stress, depression, hypertension, smoking, atherosclerosis, and elevated cholesterol may effect on sexual performance. Prevention and or treatment of these factor may improve the sexual function in most men.”

What You Should Know About Low Testosterone Testosterone is the main sexual hormone in men. Low testosterone levels may cause fatigue, low energy, decreased physical and mental endurance, low libido, erectile dysfunction, and infertility. Low testosterone may occur at any age. In adults, it can be part of the aging process, or caused by various physical … Continue reading What You Should Know About Low Testosterone→

Soda Increases the Risk of Prostate Cancer A good read recommended by Dr. Elist: A Swedish study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has shown that the daily consumption of soda increases the risk of prostate cancer up to 40%, compared to men who do not consume soda.

Excessive heat affects the sperm count A good read recommended by Dr. Elist: Excessive heat has been shown to have adverse affects on sperm count. A man who works in an excessively hot climate or has a job that forces him to be around excessive heat or spends a lot of time in a … Continue reading Excessive heat affects the sperm count.→

Don’t use douches, perfumed vaginal sprays, or other scented products that irritate the vagina. Wear cotton underpants and pantyhose with a cotton crotch to help keep the genital area ventilated. If you have a problem with recurring yeast infections, ask your health care provider about ways to prevent them.

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Metabolic syndrome is a group of risk factors — high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol levels, and belly fat — that increases risk of heart disease and diabetes. Diet, exercise, and medications improve it.

Psychological stress increase the levels of the hormone adrenaline, which makes blood vessels contract and decrease the erection. Anything a man can do to ease tension and stress and feel better emotionally is likely to give him better erection and pleasure.

Low Testosterone, Every Man Should Know Most people know that the hormone testosterone is essential to the normal development of the male in utero. It is necessary to sperm production, sex drive, build muscles and bone mass. Testosterone influences red blood cell production, male pattern fat distribution and bone density. Low testosterone can have a negative effect on all … Continue reading Low Testosterone→